The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
News
UNU Senior Vice-Rector Shirahase Elected as International Science Council Vice President
The ISC has announced the election of United Nations University Senior Vice-Rector Sawako Shirahase as ISC Vice President for Finance of the Council.
Seminar
Systems Thinking for Health Systems and the Pandemic Recovery
On 20 October 2021, UNU-IIGH will co-organize the webinar Systems Thinking for Health Systems and the Pandemic Recovery.
Event
Webinar on Purpose Management by Companies for the SDGs
The SDG-UP and the SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum will host a series of three online seminars on business purpose management with university students.
Article
Informal Workers in Senegal, Mali, and Burkina Faso Have Been Hit Harder by COVID-19
Governments must shape social protection and small business support policies that protect informal workers from the consequences of the pandemic.
Project
Financial Sector Commission on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking
Five Goals to bolster the industry’s response to modern slavery and human trafficking.
Project
FURIFLOOD: Current and future risks of urban and rural flooding in West Africa – An integrated analysis and eco-system-based solutions
The project will contribute research on flood-related impacts, vulnerability to flooding, and a guidebook to reduce current and future flood risk
Event
GIAHS Youth Summit: Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems for the Future and to the World
The summit will be an opportunity for young people to discuss the value and future of the GIAHS areas in Noto Peninsula and Sado Island, Japan.
Project
Digital Transformation within security forces for extensive urban areas
Enhance urban security in Buenos Aires through digital transformation study, assessing technological solutions, adoption processes, and key stakeholders.
News
UNU Rector visits Portugal
Dr David Malone, the Rector of the United Nations University and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations, performed a 3-days visit to Portugal.
Announcement
Call for Presentations: Seventh National Youth Environmental Activity Presentation Contest
The deadline for submissions is 15 November 2021.